I'm constantly looking for fresh turmeric. When I can find it, I end up with far more than I need for a single meal! Both because I want as much of it as I can get my hands on and it's usually sold in larger quantities. This means that I'm constantly needing to preserve fresh turmeric, which is far less burdensome that it sounds! It's actually incredibly easy and as simple as peeling, mincing, and covering in oil.
turmericminced (I used half a dozen, but any amount will work)
oil(I used about 1/4 c. of olive oil, but you can use any oil, butter, or ghee of choice)
Instructions
Mince the turmeric.
Add to a small bowl with a lid.
Cover with enough oil of choice.
Refrigerate until needed. The oil will solidify when chilled, but you can just spoon however much you need into future recipes!
Tips, Tricks, & Notes
Turmeric will dye absolutely everything orange. I don't recommend storing in anything plastic or equally porous containers or using plastic measuring spoons, unless you want them to be orange forever! Turmeric will also dye your cutting board, knife, clothes, counters, kitchen sink, and everything else that it touches as well!